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The chain of survival was perfectly formed that day; it was undoubtedly the quick response, professional skills and outstanding patient care by everyone involved in a devastating situation that resulted in a lovely three-year-old girl being saved.

Given Annabel’s age and presentation this mission was one of the most significant for the EAAA and the team, who said they were delighted to be able to meet Annabel and her family at the charity’s base and show her the helicopter she was flown in.

Critical care paramedic Chris Neil, said; “On that day I was able to utilise all of my skills I have learnt in my 25 years working within pre-hospital emergency medicine.

"The job was truly career defining. It stretched my abilities, resilience and emotions and had the most amazing outcome.

"Meeting Annabel a few months later was a special moment and one I will always treasure.”

Annabel's parents have said they are "forever grateful" for the work done by EAAA. (Image: East Anglian Air Ambulance)

Giving something back

Today East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) launched their ‘Together This Christmas’ campaign.

After saving the life of three-year-old Annabel earlier in the year, the charity has asked people to consider giving a little extra over the festive period to bring more patients like Annabel home to their families for Christmas.

Little Annabel will be spending this Christmas together with her family, and this is all thanks to you, the fantastic the communities who support the charity and keep them flying.

If you would like to support EAAA and help them to keep more families together this Christmas please go to their dedicated Christmas campaign page justgiving.com/campaign/EAAAchristmas2018.

You can read Annabel’s full story on the charity’s website eaaa.org.uk/stories or to find out more about the charity you can follow them on Facebook as ‘East Anglian Air Ambulance and on Twitter as @EastAngliAirAmb.